Left hand of Buddha in lap at a temple in Vientiane, Laos, This particular symbolic hand gesture is known as Bhudisparsa Mudra (Mudra meaning 'Seal' or Sign' in Sanskrit; Mudras are symbolic body postures or gestures). The right hand of Buddha touches the earth, representing unshakability or steadfastness. The left hand (depicted here), placed in the lap in a meditation position, represents wisdom.
Many more Buddhist images are available in my Religion - Buddhism gallery (http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/dean-harte.html?tab=artworkgalleries&artworkgalleryid=115491). For more imagery from South-East Asia, please visit my Countries - Thailand and Countries - Laos galleries.

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June 10th, 2012

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